1975 Ford Escort vs. 1997 Lancia Kappa
To start off, 1997 Lancia Kappa is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Ford Escort would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Lancia Kappa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Lancia Kappa (202 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 1975 Ford Escort. (108 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Lancia Kappa should accelerate faster than 1975 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Lancia Kappa weights approximately 625 kg more than 1975 Ford Escort. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1975 Ford Escort is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1975 Ford Escort. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Lancia Kappa, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1997 Lancia Kappa (298 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 137 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Ford Escort. (161 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1997 Lancia Kappa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Ford Escort | 1997 Lancia Kappa | |
| Make | Ford | Lancia |
| Model | Escort | Kappa |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1993 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 202 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 161 Nm | 298 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90.8 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 90 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 925 kg | 1550 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2710 mm |
